Market-leading facade specialist Aliva UK’s aluminium rainscreen cladding system is making its mark in Dublin.

Aliva’s award-winning facade portfolio includes its A1 rated, BBA certified Alu.covering® cladding, a finish that has created a statement aesthetic on two landmark business buildings in the Republic of Ireland.

Aliva’s bespoke aluminium facade is a cladding complement that has realised the architectural vision for two flagship office locations for global technology company Microsoft.

The facade for Microsoft’s Central Administration Building in Dublin is complete and has already secured two shortlistings in the prestigious international FX Design Awards in the Product/Surfaces category and Global Project category.

The cool tone of Aliva’s anthracite grey anodised aluminium Alu.covering® system created a randomised/interspersed panel effect. It created a sense of shimmer on the exterior, as the sun moves over the building and the light dances across the panels from different angles, creating the visual intrigue that complements a tech brand of this high calibre.

It is Aliva’s second commission for Microsoft in Dublin. It mirrors the aesthetic specified for its Dublin HQ, One Microsoft Place, featuring a silver facade with four distinct anodised aluminium finishes: etched, brushed, polished and natural.

James Ormerod, Aliva UK’s MD said: “Our sleek, stylish aluminium rainscreen cladding demonstrates just how our facades are realising design intent, bringing forward beautiful buildings for major global business including these stunning two projects to add to our facade portfolio in the Republic of Ireland.”

Aliva UK specialises in A-Rated rainscreen cladding and External Wall Insulation systems . It provides an end-to-end service covering: consultancy, including Gateway 2 compliance, design, structural calculation, manufacturing and supply, on site project training and installation assessment.